Detective

MTSU Jobs•Murfreesboro, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Investigate cases of suspected criminal incidents that occur on university property. Ensure that department and university policies and procedures are followed during criminal or other investigations, and that investigative best practices are adhered to, and that investigations are conducted with the highest level of morality, integrity, and excellence. Must also be able to serve as a police officer qualified to carry firearms; patrol the campus community, testify in court proceedings, maintain accurate records; operate and maintain law enforcement equipment; enforce all state, local, and federal laws; and respond to emergency incidents.

Requirements

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.
Three (3) years of POST-certified law enforcement experience required.
Current Tennessee P.O.S.T. certification required.
Valid TN driver’s license required.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).
This position requires a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education/university law enforcement preferred.
Interview and Interrogation Training preferred.
Basic Criminal Investigation School preferred.
Field Training Officer (FTO) Course preferred.
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training preferred.

Responsibilities

Investigate cases of suspected criminal incidents that occur on university property.
Ensure that department and university policies and procedures are followed during criminal or other investigations, and that investigative best practices are adhered to, and that investigations are conducted with the highest level of morality, integrity, and excellence.
Serve as a police officer qualified to carry firearms.
Patrol the campus community.
Testify in court proceedings.
Maintain accurate records.
Operate and maintain law enforcement equipment.
Enforce all state, local, and federal laws.
Respond to emergency incidents.